Sales Summer Internship: Drive Client Growth & Insights

New York Life; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Networking events

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

New York Life Group Benefit Solutions (NYL GBS) offers a 10-week Sales Summer Intern program designed to provide hands-on exposure to Sales and Account Management. You will work with experienced Sales Representatives and Account Executives to support business development, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to a local sales office.

This hybrid internship provides learning in the employee benefits space, helping you develop business acumen and practical skills across multiple

Qualifications

• Rising senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to learn and apply new concepts.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, and the ability to organize and present information clearly.
• Interest in client-facing work and a willingness to contribute in a results-oriented, fast-paced business environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Field Sales and Account Management teams, learning how broker and client relationships are developed and maintained.
• Learn NYL GBS product portfolio and collaborate across Sales, Account Management, Underwriting, Marketing, and Operations to achieve business objectives.
• Utilize Salesforce, BenefitFlow, Tableau, and generative AI solutions to organize information, analyze data, and support sales activities.
• Participate in mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities with sales leaders and team members.
• Collaborate with fellow interns on a capstone project presenting recommendations and insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

New York Life Group Benefit Solutions (NYL GBS) offers a 10-week Sales Summer Intern program designed to provide hands-on exposure to Sales and Account Management. You will work with experienced Sales Representatives and Account Executives to support business development, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to a local sales office.

This hybrid internship provides learning in the employee benefits space, helping you develop business acumen and practical skills across multiple